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genus of ornamental plants with long, strap-like leaves

Dracaena is a genus of about 120 species of trees and succulent shrubs, often used as ornamental houseplants due to their attractive foliage and low maintenance requirements. They are known for their long, strap-like leaves and can improve indoor air quality by removing toxins.

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community ND dropped ecklonia cava which can cause hair growth. Alternative to fin/dut for those who have side effects

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 1 year ago

Ecklonia cava is suggested as an alternative to finasteride and dutasteride for hair growth, potentially offering benefits without their side effects. It is promoted for anti-aging, mood enhancement, and cognitive support.

community Mucuna pruriens, dopamine and prolactin. Natural route with oils.

in Treatment 4 upvotes 3 years ago

The post discusses using Mucuna pruriens, essential oils, and dermarolling for hair loss treatment. The user also mentions pausing testosterone-boosting herbs due to side effects like acne and hair loss.

community Anyone tried Thicair? thoughts?

in Product 10 months ago

Thicair is a product combining microneedling and subdural vitamins for hair loss, containing ingredients like Panax Ginseng Root Extract and Copper Tripeptide-1. Users are skeptical, with one calling it "quackery."

community My temples are regrowing not sure what's really doing it!

in Update 15 upvotes 1 year ago

The user reports temple hair regrowth using RU58841, minoxidil, and finasteride, recently switching to dutasteride. They consider stopping RU58841 and continuing with oral minoxidil and dutasteride.

community Help with treating dandruff please.

in Ketoconazole 5 upvotes 3 years ago

OP is experiencing dandruff and is considering switching from climbazole to ketoconazole, with suggestions to use Nizoral and a routine involving ketoconazole, coconut oil, and lemon. OP is also using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, and there are discussions about various shampoos and treatments for dandruff.

community For everyone buying 2-deoxy-d-ribose (2ddr)

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses using 2-deoxy-d-ribose (2DDR) for hair regrowth, with users sharing mixed experiences and side effects like hair loss in new areas and increased anxiety. The original poster plans to continue testing and comparing it to minoxidil, noting potential instability in 2DDR formulations.

community Wanted to say that Derma rolling and Pumpkin seed oil helped my crown out.

in Treatment 4 upvotes 6 years ago

Derma rolling, pumpkin seed oil, and daily massages helped regrow weak hairs on the crown. Nizoral shampoo and yoga also contributed to reducing scalp pain and stress.

community Dermaneedling/Dermapen with seborrheic dermatitis/dandruff

5 upvotes 6 years ago

Using dermaneedling or dermapen for hair loss while managing seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff. Treatments mentioned include ketoconazole, peppermint and jojoba oil, and rubbing alcohol.

community What has helped you regrow your temples?

in Chat 21 upvotes 3 years ago

User seeks advice for regrowing temples, currently using Fin, oral Min, and dermarolling. Suggestions include improving scalp environment and considering RU58841 or dutasteride.

community Hairloss and dandruff.. potential sebderm inflammation?

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 1 year ago

A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and dandruff, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, and is using pumpkin seed oil, scalp massages, and anti-dandruff shampoo as treatments. They are hesitant to use prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil and have noticed some improvement after stopping Serenoa capsules.

community 2ddr thread, I'll try to add to it monthly

in Research/Science 19 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is using a hair loss regimen involving 2ddr applied twice daily, tretinoin weekly, and occasionally micro-needling. They report feeling increased scalp thickness and seeing some hair growth progress.

community Castor Oil + Coconut Oil + Derma Rolling

in Treatment 8 upvotes 8 years ago

A user is experiencing temple hair recession and is seeking alternatives to finasteride. They are considering castor oil, coconut oil, and derma rolling, and have seen some improvement with Zenegen.

community ecklonia cava?

in Question 4 upvotes 7 years ago

The conversation discusses using ecklonia cava as a natural alternative to finasteride for hair loss. Users share their experiences and opinions on its effectiveness.

community Hello everyone I need some good tips for temple recovery

in Treatment 8 upvotes 4 years ago

The user is seeking advice for temple hair recovery, using 2% minoxidil, dermarolling, nutrient patches, and green clay compresses, but is hesitant to use finasteride. Others suggest increasing minoxidil to 5%, using finasteride or RU58841, and incorporating ketoconazole shampoo to address hair loss effectively.

community These yellow scales will be the death of me. Anyways I’m f’ed up

in Treatment 145 upvotes 5 months ago

Managing seborrheic dermatitis using ketoconazole shampoo, Nizoral, and oils like MCT and coconut oil. The user considers shaving their head and consulting a dermatologist.

community My dermatologist gave me Ell cranell?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is seeking advice on a hair loss treatment called Ell Cranell, which contains Alfatradiol. Another user shared information from a study stating that Alfatradiol only slows down or stabilizes hair loss, but does not increase hair density or thickness.

community Need help with reviving temple areas

in Chat 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using dutasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement in temple areas. Suggestions include trying microneedling with minoxidil or considering a hair transplant, though temple transplants can be challenging.

community i need your advice please tell

in Product 2 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is experiencing stage 2 hair loss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hair loss isn't a family trait.

community Trying to regrow crown been on Fin for 4.5 years

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 2 years ago

The user has been on finasteride for 4.5 years and minoxidil for 10 years, maintaining hair but not regrowing much on the crown and temples. They are considering using a dermastamp more frequently and possibly trying RU58841, but are hesitant about dutasteride due to concerns about side effects and DHT suppression.

community Waterman's Grow Me Shampoo - Snake Oil?

in Advice 6 upvotes 6 years ago

A user has been using Waterman's Grow Me Shampoo, which claims to have DHT blockers and promote hair growth. They've noticed potentially faster hair growth and some new hairs but are unsure if the product is effective or not.

community Im struggling with sebderm need help

in Product 3 upvotes 3 months ago

The user is struggling with seborrheic dermatitis and plans to try ciclopirox olamine after finding ketoconazole too drying. They are also using finasteride daily.

community Hair loss - Blood work (High DHEAS)

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 4 years ago

A user has been taking finasteride for 5 months with no improvement in diffuse hair loss and suspects high levels of prolactin, cortisol, progesterone, and DHEAS, as well as iron, might be contributing to the issue. They are also taking vitamin D to address a deficiency.

community Post TCA pic and two month in, just posting baseline and an update.

in Progress Pictures 6 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation is about a user's hair loss treatment regimen, which includes Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, topical Dutasteride, Minoxidil sulfate, antioxidants, and various supplements. The user is also using a derma stamp and has paused Tretinoin due to a TCA peel recovery.

community 2-deoxy-D-ribose (2dDR), a sugar molecule, was found to be 80%-90% as effective as minoxidil in promoting hair growth and neovascularization in androgenic alopecia models, showing promise for alopecia treatment.

in Research/Science 18 upvotes 1 year ago

2-deoxy-D-ribose, a sugar molecule, is found to be 80%-90% as effective as Minoxidil in promoting hair growth, showing potential for alopecia treatment. Concerns include high cost, lack of human studies, and possible side effects like diarrhea and nausea.

community 5mg min 0.5mg dut - temple regrowth but ravaged crown? 28M

in Progress Pictures 39 upvotes 3 months ago

A 28-year-old male is experiencing temple regrowth but crown thinning while using 5mg minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride. The shedding phase is seen as a positive sign of treatment effectiveness, with expectations of noticeable improvements around 6 to 12 months.

community An Uncontrolled Case Series Using a Botanically Derived, β-Cyclodextrin Inclusion Complex in Two Androgenetic Alopecia-Affected Male Subjects

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses a botanically derived treatment for androgenetic alopecia using ingredients like saw palmetto, green tea, and evening primrose, showing impressive results over 270 days. Concerns include the study's uncontrolled nature and potential product motivation, with suggestions to enhance absorption through derma rolling.

community Which dermastamp/roller do you suggest?

in Microneedling 3 upvotes 1 year ago

A 30-year-old female with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia is using spironolactone, oral minoxidil, vitamin D, iron sulfate, and a hairmax laser band. She seeks recommendations for a dermastamp or derma roller, advised to use no higher than 0.5 mm.

community abusing caffeine boosts DHT levels!

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Caffeine intake may increase DHT levels, but its impact on hair loss is minimal compared to genetic factors. Excessive caffeine can cause health issues, and its effects on hair loss are not directly applicable to humans based on rat studies.

community Hair follicle neogenesis

7 upvotes 11 years ago

A user plans to experiment with creating new hair follicles using methods like derma rolling, applying lithium chloride, tannic acid, and various other substances including caffeine, ketoconazole, and raspberry ketones. They also consider using anti-inflammatories, immunosuppressants, and DHT inhibitors to potentially improve results.

community Hair is kinking rapidly following hair loss

in Update 1 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair loss has slowed, but uneven growth and kinking persist despite using keto/nizoral shampoo and clotrimazole. Stress and anxiety might be contributing factors.